Sunderland AFC and League One transfer news: Youngster makes England U19 squad whilst ex-Cats star could join League One rivals
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The Sun claim Fleetwood Town and Accrington Stanley are eying the Burnley youngster, who will be allowed to leave on loan this term.
Dunne, a Republic of Ireland under-21 international, spent the second half of last season at the Stadium of Light, making 14 appearances in all competitions and netting one goal.
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Hide AdIn other news, Cats youngster Bali Mumba has been named in the England under-19 side for their upcoming fixtures – the 17-year-old, who can play in midfield or at right-back, made his senior debut in Sunderland’s win against Wolves on the last day of the 2017-18 season.
Paul Simpson's side will begin their series of fixtures at St. George’s Park on Thursday 5 September when Greece are the visitors to Burton, before the squad head to Germany for a second fixture on Monday 9 September.
Elsewhere in League One, Blackpool are reportedly close to signing winger Sean Scannell – the 28-year-old is said to be in ‘advanced talks’ at Bloomfield Road.
Ex-Sunderland and current Tangerines boss Simon Grayson is a fan Scannell having worked with the versatile attacker during his time in charge of Huddersfield Town.
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Hide AdMeanwhile, Bolton’s caretaker manager Jimmy Phillips wants to sign four players before Saturday's game at Gillingham with former defender Jack Hobbs, 31, having signed a deal to re-join the club.
Finally, Bury are "actively considering" legal action against the English Football League following the club's "unfair" expulsion on Tuesday.